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Do you want to get more out of your violin practice? Below, violin teacher Montserrat P. shares some common violin mistakes students often make when practicing and how to fix them...
You dont think Lindsey Stirling or Jascha Heifetz got to where they are without practicing the violin, right? In order to prefect your violin skills and progress further, you must frequently practice. After all, practice does make perfect.
Unfortunately, many students dont know how to properly practice o …
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Are You Making These 5 Common Violin Mistakes When Practicing?

Do you want to get more out of your violin practice? Below, violin teacher Montserrat P. shares some common violin mistakes students often make when practicing and how to fix them...
You dont think Lindsey Stirling or Jascha Heifetz got to where they are without practicing the violin, right? In order to prefect your violin skills and progress further, you must frequently practice. After all, practice does make perfect.
Unfortunately, many students dont know how to properly practice o

How to Measure the Success of Your Childs Violin Lessons

When it comes to violin for kids, how can you tell if your investment and energy is worth it? Here, San Francisco, CA violin teacher Carol Beth L. shares her advice...
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Parents and teachers want the best for their children and students. Both want to believe in their children's potential. So do the children themselves. All groups want the child to be successful. But not all of them measure success in the same way. When children, parents, and teachers disagree on what it means to be su

5 Famous Violin Songs to Add to Your Repertoire

Learning to play the violin can be a difficult, sometimes tedious task for beginners, especially among younger students. The process of learning to pluck the notes and use a bow can try many students' patience, and they may give up on the instrument out of frustration. However, once you master your first great violin song, youll understand why so many musicians play the beloved instrument. Below is a short list of famous violin songs that are easily-recognized and may inspire even the wearies

You Know Youre a Violin Player When

Lets face it; not everyone can be a violin player. It takes a certain individual to master such a complex instrument that requires immense dedication and concentration.
From rough finger tips to grueling practice sessions, violin players are challenged both physically and mentally whenever they step onto the stage.
Whether youve just started taking violin lessons or youre a seasoned violin player, chances are you can relate to more than one of the following things
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How to Choose the Best Violin Songs for Your Recital

Do you have a big recital coming up? Below, violin teacher Julie P. shares some tips on how to choose the best violin songs and nail your next performance...
If youre a beginner violinist preparing for your first big recital, youre probably wondering how to pick the best violin songs that will showcase what you've learned throughout your violin lessons.
Chances are you're also nervous about how you'll play in front of people. While it's good to have some butterflies in your stomach,